Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood

Stephen Covey talks about the 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People in his book of the same name.

1. Be Proactive

2. Begin With The End In Mind

3. Put First Things First

4. Think Win-Win

5. Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood

6. Synergize

7. Sharpen The Saw

The book discusses each habit in detail and how much of an effect it will have on your life while developing these healthy habits.

My favourite habit out of all 7 is number 5: Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood.

Many of us seek someone to understand us. Someone who listens to us when we want to vent. Someone who can relate to us in time of hardships.

But sometimes we forget to stop and remember to be that someone for the people around us. We forget to listen to our loved ones when they need someone to and lend an ear. We forget to relate to others in their time of hardships. We forget to seek to understand others.

Next time you feel misunderstood, next time you feel that nobody understands you, remember to be understanding towards your loved ones. Be the person you need for others. And others will do the same for you. Be a good friend. Be a good sibling. Be a good spouse. Be a good child. Be a good parent. Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood